Controls Engineer
Core
Design and implement automation systems, electrical control systems, and machine controls to support scalable, data-driven manufacturing operations.
Role type
Controls Engineer (Manufacturing Automation)
Builds
Electrical control panels, automation hardware, PLC/HMI programs, and automated test solutions for manufacturing equipment.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Required skills
PLC programming, HMI development, electrical schematic design, control system architecture, SCADA configuration, equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, sensor integration, vision system integration, data acquisition
Preferred skills
Ignition SCADA, test automation, root cause analysis
Technologies
PLC, HMI, SCADA, Ignition, sensors, vision systems
Responsibilities
Design electrical control systems, machine controls, and automation architectures; Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control system documentation; Design, build, and integrate electrical control panels and automation hardware; Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs; Support machine build, installation, startup, validation, and commissioning; Design and implement automated test solutions; Integrate electronics, sensors, vision systems, and test equipment; Configure and support SCADA systems for equipment monitoring and data collection; Support manufacturing data acquisition and process monitoring initiatives.
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC